Thank you to Netgalley, the publishing house and the authoer for the opportunity to read a complimentary copy of this amazing book in return for a review based upon my honest opinion.

What a powerful book! This story touched my soul, I cannot recommend it enough. This author has such a way with words, a way of taking a story and making it so real for her readers. Cibi. Livi and Magda, their story will stay with me as much if not more than The Tattooist of Auschwitz. When Cibi, Livi and Magda are little girls, their father, who knows he may not make it through surgery. tells them that they are strionger together and makes them promise to always be together, to be there for one another. This promise is one of the things that make them stronger, that helps them to persevere even in the hasrhest of times, to survive Aushwitz-Birkeneau. The notes at the end of the book by the family members were lovely to read and gave you such a feel for these wonderful women and the author's bond with her subjects. So well told, a perfect combination of fact and fiction.

Courtesy of Netgalley I received the ARC of Three Sisters by Heather Morris. This is an amazing fictionalized history of three courageous sisters from Slovakia who survived the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camps. Kudos to the author for connecting with these brave women and telling their stories.

Against all odds, three Slovakian sisters have survived years of imprisonment in the most notorious death camp in Nazi Germany: Auschwitz. Livia, Magda, and Cibi have clung together, nearly died from starvation and overwork, and the brutal whims of the guards in this place of horror. But now, the allies are closing in and the sisters have one last hurdle to face: the death march from Auschwitz, as the Nazis try to erase any evidence of the prisoners held there. Due to a last minute stroke of luck, the three of them are able to escape formation and hide in the woods for days before being rescued.

And this is where the story begins. From there, the three sisters travel to Israel, to their new home, but the battle for freedom takes on new forms. Livia, Magda, and Cibi must face the ghosts of their past--and some secrets that they have kept from each other--to find true peace and happiness.

Inspired by a true story, and with events that overlap with those of Lale, Gita, and Cilka, The Three Sisters will hold a place in readers' hearts and minds as they experience what true courage really is.


This book is amazing. And sad. I got through this book slowly, just like most Holocaust books, because i simply dont have the mental energy to read in one sitting.

Whenever I start reading a Heather Morris novel, I always seem to forget, until the very end, that the story may be fictionalized, but these people are 100 percent real. Their stories are real and their suffering is real. For this latest entry, we meet up with all of our old friends, the Tattooist of Auschwitz, and Cilka both make return appearances here if only in passing. At the center of this tale are 3 sisters who made a promise to their father before he died that they would always look out for each other. A promise that binds them together as the sisters find themselves thrust into the most awful place imaginable, the hell scape of Auschwitz-Birkenau. But for their promise and the strength of their bond, it is highly questionable if the girls would have survived the years of confinement and torture thrust upon them. This is an emotional tale that is both uplifting and devastating all at the same time. Thank you to netgalley for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

This is the third book in the Tattooist of Auschwitz Series but can be read as a stand-alone. In Three Sisters, Morris shares the story of Cibi, Magda and Livia. When they were young, the sisters promised their father that they would always stay together. As families were being torn apart during WWII, their father is gone and they live with their mother and grandfather. In 1942, Livia (15 years old) is ordered to Auschwitz, and her sister Cibi who is now 19 years old decides to go with her to Livia. 17 year old Magda is in the hospital and escapes this deportation. She hides as often as she can, but eventually Magda is also captured and condemned to Auschwitz. Against all odds, they reunite again in the death camp and promise each other to do whatever they can to stay alive. They remind each other constantly about the promise to their father. This story follows the sister's struggle to survive while living through the horrors of this terrible death camp. And they survive and eventually make their way to Israel to begin a new life.

Three Sisters by Heather Morris is a beautifully written heartbreaking story based on true events which was difficult to read at times. These sisters had such strength to live, survive and save each other, they were definitely inspiring. The story also has events that overlap with those of Lale, Gita, and Cilka, from the previous two books in the series. The descriptions, the recounting of events and the horrors of the death camps made this an emotional read. It was amazing to hear that Heather Morris talked to Livia and Cibi and find out about their experiences in the concentration camps first hand. Even though they survived, life was a struggle. It was not easy to move from Slovakia to Israel and they had guilt for surviving and for things they had to do in order to survive. I developed an affinity for the sisters and could feel their desperation, despair, yet above all else, love and will to survive. The author's notes added even more information to the story. Morris shares with us what happened to each family member after the war ended. She also includes after words from Livia, and other family members. They supported Heather Morris in telling their story even though it was such an emotional rollercoaster reliving the evil period that they endured. I definitely recommend it to those who enjoy Historical Fiction, especially stories of survival during WWII.

"Three Sisters" by Heather Morris was a touching, encouraging, heroic, admirable tale of 3 sisters, making a pact to stay together and survive. Courageous, positive, and surprisingly based on a true story, these strong ladies survive Auschwitz, as well as the aftermath of the war, making a beautiful life, and overcoming their horrors. Thank you NetGalley, author and publisher for the review copy. All opinions are my own.

I absolutely loved this prequel of the Tattooist of Auschwitz. I like stories that are based on true people, and I love that Heather Morris adds to these books by adding notes at the end about the real people these stories are based on. Three Sisters was especially compelling to me because the family directly reached out to Heather Morris to tell their story after reading the Tattooist of Auschwitz. I enjoyed getting to know the sisters when they were younger and more about their story before and at the beginning of the war and how they each made it through. Three Sisters has been one of my favorite books I have read in 2022.

I think this is my favorite Heather Morris book yet!! The story of the #threesisters is a story of love, hope, resilience and courage in the face of unimaginable atrocities. Books like this will ensure that the world does not forget and hopefully such events never happen again. Thank you to the publisher and #netgalley for this arc to read and review.

This is the 3rd book by Heather Moris in The Tattooist of Auschwitz series. I wish they would have kept the same narrator in this book as the others. I'm actually uncertain how I feel about this book. Ultimately, I feel this was my least favorite of the series. I actually wrote this review in longhand shortly after finishing the audiobook and just now am getting to typing this into Goodreads. My initial rating at the time I first wrote my review was 3 stars. (and this rating is what will stand), but at the time of typing this in, I do not remember anything about the story and therefore would rate it much lower; I only read this a mere month ago.

Three Sisters was an amazing addition to Morris' other books about characters in Auschwitz during the Holocaust and she even weaves them into this story, although only slightly. The three girls -- sisters -- have promised their long dead father that they will always stay together and they stay true to this promise even if the Nazis get in their way. Through smarts and luck they manage to find ways to survive inside the camps, despite sickness, hunger and pain.

Three Sisters is very well written and brings the founding of Israel into the story as well. I highly recommend it.

My Review:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/ 5 stars

A heartbreaking story about three sisters: Livi, Magda, and Cibi in Slovakia. In 1929, They made a pact with their father to always stay together, no matter what happened. In 1942, Livi is forced to go to Auschwitz, and Cibi follows her sister as she would like to take care of her sister instead of her being alone at the work camp. A few years later, Magda is also forced into the same camp where the sisters are reunited once again after escaping the first round by hiding at the hospital/in the woods.

The true story is immediately gripping, powerful and shocking even after how many iterations you’ve read about the tragedies that happened at Auschwitz/Birkenau. I did not read the first two novels in the series, but will now add them to my TBR immediately. The tone is serious and it is a slow pace, but easy to comprehend. Heather Morris was able to speak to these sister survivors and it was very touching to read about where they were and what had happened to them and their children. Absolutely would recommend it if you like to read about this time in history or even a powerful story about family and sisterly love.

Thank you to Netgalley and St. Martins Press for the e-copy in exchange for my honest review!

Heather is a master! The tatooist will always be my favorite but this one is just so fantastic. I don’t even know where to start. Just read it!

I wasn’t able to read this book because I got a new Paperwhite and for some reason this doc didn’t switch over. I think it’s because it’s been archived already. I’m sure it was an excellent story. Sorry about mix up.

Wow! Just wow! I loved reading this series about three (real life) sisters: Cibi, Livi, and Magda. These girls were so young when their stories began. Cibi (the oldest sister) and Livi (the youngest) end up being sent to "work for the Germans. When that happened Magda was in the hospital so she wasn't sent off at that time. The bond between Cibi and Livi during their experiences was so touching and heartbreaking at the same time. When they were younger and before their father died, he made them all three promise to always look after each other, which they did. Livi was only five years old at the time and didn't truly understand what a promise was, yet they all stood by their promise to the best of their ability given the circumstances. At some point in time after Magda was out of the hospital, she also was taken to work for the Germans and as luck (or God) would have it, she ended up at the same concentration camp as her sisters.

One thing that stood out by story's end is how much guilt people can feel for not suffering as much as others. Wondering why they didn't die and others did or why they didn't end up having a tattooed number on their arms but others did, as though their suffering wasn't as bad. I believe that happens in life to this day.

At the end of the story there were afterwards by various people in the book, stories/brief bios of their births/deaths (or where they currently are living) etc. so that was very interesting and brought the story even to more life.

Recommendation: I highly recommend this book, but I would definitely begin with the first book in the series [book:The Tattooist of Auschwitz|38359036]. As difficult as it is to read the accounts of these sisters it is a sad, horrific, yet human spirit story that we all should never forget.

I have read many books about the Holocaust. So, as I read this one, I ask, what makes this story different? Three Sisters, by Heather Morris, I think answers that. Their father was ill decades before, but asks that each sister pledge to stay together. So, Cibi, Magda, and Livi are trying to do this.

When the Holocaust comes to Slovakia, is it possible to save your beloved siblings? Probably, not. Magda was sick, but left behind in a hospital because this would keep her safe. Livi must leave. Cibi is the oldest, and with incredible bravery decides to come home and go with Livi to go on the train which will lead to Auschwitz.

So, can Love and Care promise survival? Cibi most certainly does everything possible to give this to her sister, Livi. She tries to offer this to sooth Livi, but at night dreams of terror. Nothing in these circumstances will be easy, but living is essential.

The story describes all of this. You need to be ready to read a heartbreaking story and also one with beautiful characters who care deeply. We actually can try and save family. It does matter, because each of us when living with terror, needs hope and love, certainly. If close friends and family are present, you probably will do mush better.

This story touched my heart and proved strength again and again. I wish a deep story like this is enough to stop atrocities. Is that so? Has the world understood and changed this horror? We need to do more. Children and their families never deserve this. As people knowing what is occurring, perhaps ask if we needed to act faster, better, and with more care.

I am writing this as an American, and think and may know different facts then other countries. You read a story, and think to save people, but I do not think life works out so simply. Yet, this is a book about being in a concentration camp where one has virtually no say or power. To survive in any way was the true tribute. As democracies around the world, we can make this happen. Never give up hope, never give in to your worst fear, be brave and do what you think you can’t do, but most likely can.

Thank you NetGalley, Heather Morris, and St. Martin’s Press for providing a copy of this book. Heather Morris is a talented writer and I have read all her books. I appreciate this.

Who else loved The Tattooist of Auschwitz? 🙋🏻‍♀️ This whole series has been so beautifully written. It astonished me to see the story of these three unbelievably brave sisters. The years they spent in Auschwitz-Birkenau were full of heartbreak and strength…like all WWII stories spent in the camps.

The thing I loved most about this book was that it didn’t end when the war was over. We continued on the journey with the survivors and it was such a gift to see where their lives took them.

I highly recommend this book (and series) if you are a historical fiction fan!

Thank you to @netgalley and @stmartinspress for this arc. I’m sorry it’s taken me awhile to get to it!

I struggled to finish this book. The characters didn't feel fully realized to me, the dialogue felt stilted and flat, and the author didn't successfully connect to the time and setting for me. At no point was I able to fully immerse myself in the story.

Three Sisters is yet another good story (based on historical facts), following the lives of survivors of the Nazi concentration camps. Heather Morris does a wonderful job of presenting characters who the reader can empathize and relate to. Strong family ties and faithful and reliable friendships are portrayed in all three of her books in this series. I love how one book will always spin back and touch on the characters of another, but at the same time each can be read alone without confusion. Highly recommend reading books from this author.

'Three Sisters' by Heather Morris

This is a story of three Jewish sisters from Slovakia who survived the horrific inhumanities of the Holocaust. It is a difficult read, based on real people and their stories. They persevered through years in the camps and a Death march from Auschwitz, and kept the promise to their father to stay together.

I was especially touched by the comments from the family and the author at the end of the book.

Another very moving story, concluding The Tattooist of Auschwitz trilogy, by Heather Morris.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for a digital ARC for my honest review.

#NetGalley #ThreeSisters

Three Sisters is the third in The Tattooist of Auschwitz #3 and perhaps the best in the series, which is a hard thing for an author to do. Usually the first is the best. Heather Morris skillfully lets Cibi, Magda, and Livi Meller tell their stories of lives from Slovakia with their parents to uprooting and descent into hell of Auschwitz , surviving a death march into Germany, rediscovering life in Slovakia, immigration to Israel through Europe, and the finding of happiness and peace through resettlement in Israel, marriage and the ultimate renewal of life--children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Three Sisters links the three books in the series as well with the tattooist of Auschwitz in the camp at the same time as each of the sisters and the cameo of Cilka halfway through the book. The afterwords by Livi (Livia) and some of the family as well as by the author helps the reader understand how Three Sisters came to be written.